In the start of a new year…sometimes we cast a vision for the next 12 months.
Sometimes it’s through a New Year’s resolution or a multipage strategic proposal.
Here are 5 things to keep in mind as you craft a healthy vision for the months to come.
• Don’t decide a vision in a relational vacuum.
(Make use of community to account for the blind spots or gaps you’ll have. Trust me you have them.)
• Don’t forget to have “check-ups”
(Every 2-3 months re-energize the vision cast by reiterating the vision, for some extra oomph. Gosh it’s fun to type “oomph”!
• Adjust the vision when needed.
(Since vision-casting is future oriented, it’s a mistake to act if it’s written in stone. During the check-ups see what needs to be adjusted, added, or put aside.)
• Focus on the strengths of your team.
(Whether it’s a personal or team vision-casting for the year, play to your strengthens.)
• The vision trifacta! Set immediate, intermediate, and longer-range goals.
(Part of making progress is sensing movement. Accomplishing some short term goals right away boosts morale. It’s a psychological edge.)